Bill > HF564

This bill amends Minnesota's library regulations by adding new restrictions on materials in public school libraries, specifically prohibiting pornographic material in all public school libraries and sexually explicit content in elementary school libraries. The bill introduces clear language defining what types of materials are not allowed in school library collections, with a focus on protecting students from age-inappropriate or sexually graphic content. By adding a new subdivision to existing statute 134.31, the legislation seeks to provide school administrators and librarians with explicit guidance on maintaining appropriate library resources. While the bill does not define the exact terms "pornographic material" or "sexually explicit content" in the provided text, it implies these are materials deemed unsuitable for students based on their sexual nature or graphic content. The proposed changes would require school libraries to review and potentially remove materials that fall under these categories, potentially impacting book selection and acquisition processes in Minnesota's public school library systems.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0564&ssn=0&y=2025